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Bakewell, a small town with busy roads, famous as the home of Bakewell Pudding or Tart made with raspberry jam, but which is the original recipe? two shops battle for the honour!
Popular town to visit as Bakewell is the nearest town to the famous Chatsworth House, one of the most popular stately homes in England.
The local showground hosts the yearly Bakewell Show in early August.
Useful as a base for touring the area, visiting villages such as Winster and Birchover, tucked away south east off the A6.
Historic Houses
Chatsworth House, Bakewell DE45 1PP
One of the most popular houses in England, home of the Duke of Devonshire.As well as the house with its 26 open rooms of Old Master paintings, furniture and ceilings, there is lots to do, with water play areas, farmyard, adventure playground, maze and ove Chatsworth House information
Haddon Hall, Bakewell DE45 1LA
One of the finest medieval halls with 12th century chapel, 14th century kitchen, and banquet hall. Gardens. Located nicely next to the River Wye. Haddon Hall information
Museums
Old House Museum Cunningham Place, Off North Church Street, Bakewell DE45 1DD
The museum is in a 16th century house, formally the home of Richard Arkwright, the industrialist. Old House Museum information
Caudwell's Mill Rowsley, Bakewell DE4 2EB
A 19th century water powered flour mill. Caudwell's Mill information
Out & About
Magpie Mine Sheldon, Bakewell
A visit will give you some idea of a lead mine. Magpie Mine information
Birchover, Bakewell
A starting point for a walk on Stanton Moor. Birchover information
Hotels
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Baslow DE45 1SP MAP Located on the Chatsworth House Estate, The Cavendish Hotel restaurants has won an AA 2 Rosette Award. The hotel offers locally sourced food and free Wi-Fi. The Cavendish Hotel, originally the famous Peacock, is located in the heart of the Peak District.... More Information and Book ... |
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The Square Bakewell DE45 1BT MAP This 19th-century hotel between Matlock and Buxton is in the heart of the Peak District. Located in Bakewell's historic town centre, free private parking is available and Haddon Hall is just a 5-minute drive away. It has its own restaurant and free Wi-Fi ... More Information and Book ... |
Castle Inn 3*
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Castle Street Bakewell DE45 1DU MAP The Castle is a traditional inn built in the 16th-century and situated on the A619 road, along the River Wye. It has a bar, restaurant, free Wi-Fi and free parking. The bedrooms are spacious and they all have their own bathroom with a shower and a hairdr... More Information and Book ... |
Guest Houses, Bed and Breakfasts, Inns and other Hotels
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Fly hill Bakewell DE45 1DN MAP Sleep Lodge is located in the picturesque Peak District town of Bakewell. With countryside views, modern rooms have flat-screen TVs, DVD players and free Wi-Fi. All rooms feature a kitchenette. Rooms at the Sleep Lodge are decorated in warm coloured fabr... More Information and Book ... |
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Bagshaw hill Bakewell DE45 1DL MAP Set in private gardens, Bagshaw Hall offers elegant rooms with original features and free Wi-Fi. Bagshaw is a short stroll from Bakewell centre, in the heart of the beautiful Peak District. The large, luxury bedrooms at Bagshaw Hall have stylish bathroom... More Information and Book ... |
Holiday Cottages
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Ashford in the Water near Bakewell MAP In one of the Peak District's prettiest riverside villages, this enchanting, detached 18th century cottage enjoys countryside views and a quiet side street location. Beautifully and very comfortably furnished, retaining all the charm of original beams,.. Sleeps 3 + 1 + t/cot... More Information and Book ... |
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Hill Cross Ashford in the Water near Bakewell DE45 1QL MAP Set on a quiet side lane just 300 yards from the pretty village centre two local pubs shop gourmet restaurant and riverside this peaceful and charming cottage lies at the heart of truly beautiful limestone dales country. Boasting a lovely interior with su Sleeps 3... More Information and Book ... |
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Monyash near Bakewell DE45 1JH MAP Spingle Barn is a spacious, detached, stone built cottage on a working farm in the village of Monyash near to Bakewell in the Peak District. Sleeps up to 10 in 4 bedrooms. Pets allowed. Changeover Day: Sat Price Guide: 420.00-1020.00... More Information and Book ... |
After wandering around the town, visit the spa town of Buxton in all its Georgian and Victorian glory, or travel north into the Peak District National Park. For simple pleasures the village of Ashford in the Water, west on A6020, is worth a wander around.
Towns Near Bakewell To Visit - straight line distance:
Eyam Tourist Information (5.04 miles) Matlock Tourist Information (7.24 miles) Matlock Bath Tourist Information (7.90 miles) Castleton Tourist Information (9.89 miles)
Where to Stay in Bakewell
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Bakewell Tourist Information Centre
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Old Market Hall
Bridge Street
Bakewell
DE45 1DS
Tel: 01629 816558
Email: bakewell@peakdistrict.gov.uk
Area Telephone Code
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